There are several places to retreat at in Balamban Cebu. Its mountainous terrain is an invitation to anyone who is looking to relax from the daily hustle and bustle in the city and revel in the beauty of nature high up in the mountains. One such place to go to is West 35 Eco Mountain Resort.
“West 35 is an eco mountain resort located in Gaas, Balamban. It teems with lush vegetation and a wide variety of insects, birds and foliage.”
West 35 Eco Mountain Resort, Balamban Cebu
West 35 is an Eco Mountain Resort that contributes to the preservation of the environment. Located in Gaas, Balamban, it teems with lush vegetation and a wide variety of insects, birds and foliage. West 35 Cebu was founded on April 9, 2011. In here, you can enjoy a picturesque 360-degree view of Balamban Mountains and the seaside of Tsuneishi. West 35 also grows its own organic vegetables, which is served in the restaurant. West 35 Eco Mountain Resort is the perfect venue to break away and commune with nature.
Amenities inside West 35 Cebu
- Children’s Playground – This includes tire swings, military-style climbing ropes, wall-climbing, elevated or hanging bridge, slides, etc..
- Viewing Station Deck
- Trekking Trail
- Zipline
- Game Room
- Haven Café – West 35’s restaurant with price ranging from Php120 to 200 for a la carte meals. Dishes include chicken soup, baby back ribs, pork barbecue, pancit, adobo, salads, cakes, desserts, sandwiches, seafoods, pizza, etc.
West 35 room rates
- Deluxe Room (Mint/Thyme) – P4,500 good for two (2) with complimentary breakfast for two.
- Group Room Ordinary (Sage/Ginger) – P4,500 good for six (6) with complimentary breakfast for six.
- Group Room Special (Celery/Dill) – P5,000 good for six (6) with complimentary breakfast for six.
- Group Room Deluxe (Cilantro) – P6,000 good for four (4) with complimentary breakfast for four. With outdoor area and bonfire pit. Designed for PWD (bigger room with minibar)
- Suite Room (Basil) – P6,000 good for two (2) with complimentary breakfast for two. *Extra person is charged at P550 per head with breakfast and mattress.
Function Room
- Non Aircon – P2,000 net, 5 hours use of function room / Php 500.00 net on excess, comes with one laptop
- With Aircon – P4,000 net, 5 hours use of function room / Php 750.00 net in excess, with flowing coffee and one laptop, can fit 25-30 persons
Rates of other West 35 facilities:
- Shuttle Service – PHP 2,500.00
- Zipline/Trekking – PHP 150.00
- Kid’s Playground – PHP 50.00
- Entrance Fee – PHP 50.00
West35 Eco Resort offers a nice 10 to 15% discount of accommodation during weekdays.
The entrance fee is P85 per head. For inquiries and reservations, you may contact these numbers: (032) 514-3262 / (032) 520-2633 / 0933 995 3245 or email them at [email protected].
Nearby West 35 Eco Mountain Resort are other facilities like Adventure Café, K33, Island in the Sky places, Buwakan ni Alejandra, and Florentino’s.
To get there, take a V-hire from the Ayala Center Terminal going to Balamban via Transcentral highway route. It is 30km from Ayala and priced at P120 per person. Just inform the driver to drop you off at West 35 Eco Adventure Park. If you are driving, there is parking space available. West 35 Cebu is an hour drive from Ayala.